John van Lienen, together with his wife and real estate partner Michelle, offer real estate credentials that are deeply seated in their unrivalled experience and understanding of the Manawatu real estate market. They have skilfully transacted over 6,500 property sales to date, proof of their undeniable success and dedication to their clients.

John’s approach to real estate is characterised by enthusiastic energy, innovation, experience, and integrity. Together with Michelle, they have the proven ability to navigate all markets and economic conditions with a high level of experience to get their clients' properties sold effectively.

John’s expertise as an Auctioneer is peerless in the Manawatu. He has been honoured as Australasian Auctioneer of the Year by the Real Estate Results Network and has also served as a judge for the REINZ New Zealand Auctioneer of the Year. John contributed 10 years of service to the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand as a committee member and was on the Real Estate Results Network advisory board throughout Australasia.

John has contributed a decade of service to the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand, participating for the Manawatu-Whanganui region and on the advisory board for the Real Estate Results Network throughout Australasia.

Family is the cornerstone of John and Michelle’s life. Their son Jake graduated with an aviation degree from Massey University, and their daughter Gorgi was awarded a soccer scholarship in the US, where she completed her business degree. Exploring a world of opportunities before them in different parts of the world.

John’s impressive credentials in the real estate industry include the fifteen-year ownership of the award-winning boutique agency, JVL Prestige Realty, before Bayleys Realty Group purchased Michelle and John's business in 2014. Today, John and Michelle are backed by a formidable team, including Sales Associate Kristen Lowndes and Administrator Tracey Eagles.